The Window: An International Football Podcast
Episodes
E86: March 2026 Preview
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Crucial World Cup playoffs, chaos in CAF as Senegal is stripped of its AFCON title, Asian Cup Qualifying concludes, FIFA Series looks awesome, and AFC...
E85: International Roundup
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are back to run through some major news items and take a look at a few draws that occurred since we last recorded.Stay informed! Follo...
E84: 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Preview
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're joined by the oracle of African football himself, Mark Gleeson, live from South Africa to run down all the teams at the upcoming AFCON!Mark ...
E83: November 2025 Review
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
World Cup Qualifying comes to a close, with just the playoffs left! We discuss the end of qualifying in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Plus s...
E82: November 2025 Preview
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back around the world we go to talk about FIFA World Cup Qualifying in North/Central America & the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Plus, we h...
E81: Party In Praia! (Oct 2025 Review)
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Riff and Joe Gould go around the world to talk about all things international football that took place during the October 2025 window! From Ca...
E80: October 2025 Preview Part II: Asia and Africa
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Asian Cup Qualifying features a double matchday + World Cup Qualifying in Asia as Round 4 gets underway. Plus, Africa concludes qualifying as we go th...
E79: October 2025 Preview, Part I: Europe & Central America/Caribbean
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back to preview the October international window, with at least NINE guaranteed spots to be filled in Africa and Asia combined.Follow us on ...
E78: September 2025 Review
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are back to go around the world and talk World Cup Qualifying, CAFA Nations Cup, King's Cup, and more!Follow us! @windowintlpod on...
E77: September 2025 Preview
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe discuss all the action for the September window, including what's to come in World Cup Qualifiers around the world!Follow us on X/...
Ahmad Faqa (Syria National Team)
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe recently ventured to Iceland and, while there, sat down for a quick chat with Ahmad Faqa, who plays for the Syria national team.Big thanks to Ahma...
E75: 2025 Gold Cup Review
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mexico reigns supreme again, but who else surprised? Who disappointed? Brandon and Joe break it all down.
E74: 2025 Gold Cup Preview
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup kicks off on Saturday and we're here to preview all of it. Every group, every team.
E73: June 2025 Review
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a year away! Brandon and Joe discuss the debutants and eliminations in World Cup Qualifying around the globe, who moves on ...
E72: June 2025 Preview, Part II: South America & Europe
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, Brandon and Joe look at what's on tap in South America and Europe, highlighting key matches and discussing all the groups!Follow us on...
E71: June 2025 Preview, Part I: Asia and the Caribbean
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! In Part I, we head to Asia for the final two matches of the third round. Four more teams will punch their ticket to 2026! Plus, we cha...
Mohamed Omar (Somalia National Team)
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are joined for a special episode with guest Mohamed Omar (San Antonio FC), who made his full debut with the Somalia National Team in t...
March 2025 Review, Part II: Europe, Asia, South America
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, Brandon and Joe wrap up the March window by talking about UEFA Nations League and the start to World Cup Qualifying in Europe, look at a c...
March 2025 Review Part I: North/Central America/Caribbean, Oceania, Africa
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe and Brandon review all the happenings from CONCACAF, including Gold Cup qualifiers and Nations League, as well as World Cup Qualification in Ocean...
March 2025 Preview Part II: CONMEBOL, UEFA, CAF
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, we hit South America, Europe, and Africa - and it's World Cup Qualifying all around!Follow the show on X/Instagram: @windowintlpod!You...
March 2025 Preview Part I: OFC, AFC, CONCACAF
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! In Part I, we discuss Oceania, Asia, and North/Central America/Caribbean including World Cup Qualifying, Asian Cup Qualifying, Gold Cu...
AFCON 2025 Draw: Initial Reactions
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We give you our initial reactions to the AFCON 2025 draw held earlier this week. Follow the show: @windowintlpod on X and Instagram.
Bonus Preview: 2027 Asian Cup Third Round Draw and UEFA World Cup Qualifying
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Both draws are this week, so we decided to preview what could happen for both the 2027 Asian Cup Third Round and UEFA World Cup Qualifying. Follow us...
A November to Remember
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comoros. San Marino. Sudan. Dominican Republic. Indonesia. It was immense. We break it all down. From Tahiti to Asia to the Caribbean, we discuss the...
November 2024 Preview
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are back to discuss all the action coming your way in the November window! From the conclusion of AFCON Qualifying to Nations League t...
October 2024 Review
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What a window that was! So much to dissect from the action. Join us as we literally go around the world discussing the October international break - f...
October 2024 Preview
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are back with another preview, and we spend time discussing World Cup Qualifying in Oceania, Asia, and South America. Then Nations Lea...
Malta's Yannick Yankam Joins the Show
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we are delighted to be joined by Yannick Yankam from the Malta National Team! We discuss his time with the national team, his...
September Review, Pt. 2: CONCACAF Nations League + AFCON Qualifying
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We didn't think there would be a Part 2, but here we are. Brandon and Joe discuss CONCACAF Nations League and the craziness of AFCON Qualifying.
September Review, Pt. 1: All World Cup Qualifying + UEFA NL
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe recap what happened in Oceania, South America, and Asia this month - including some interviews with Ben Waine (NZL), Christian Pulisic...
September Preview, Part II: World Cup & AFCON Qualifying
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, Brandon and Joe discuss World Cup Qualifying in Asia and South Africa, as well as AFCON Qualifying.
September Preview, Part I: Nations League Is Back
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Part I, Brandon and Joe discuss the new Nations League campaigns that will kick off in this window in UEFA (Europe) and CONCACAF (North, Central Am...
Tonga Begin World Cup Qualifying - with Maikeli Lomu
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Joe and Brandon talk with Maikeli Lomu, a new callup to the Tongan National Team who dropped everything and moved from the US...
Malawi Forward Henri Kumwenda Exclusive Interview
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joe and Brandon have a chat with Malawi's recent callup, Henri Kumwenda! Talking national team, World Cup Qualifying, playing career, and more!
Summer Tournament Recap! EURO, Copa, Nations Cup
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back from our travels to the cups this summer with stories and recaps from the action!
Copa América Preview w/ Roberto Rojas (ESPN)
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are joined by Roberto Rojas from ESPN & Guarani Vision (podcast) to preview each team in the 2024 Copa América!
June 2024 Window Review w/ Lee Wingate (Sweeper Pod)
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's our 50th episode! With Brandon in Germany for Euro 2024, Joe is joined by Lee Wingate from The Sweeper Podcast to recap the June action from ...
Euro 2024 Preview
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're back to preview Euro 2024, just before Brandon heads to Germany!
June Window: World Cup Qualifying - Part I
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's another massive window, and we're here to break it all down for you! In Part I, we discuss the launch of World Cup Qualifying in North/Ce...
March 2024 Preview: Part III - Asia
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our final part of this month's preview, we head back to Asia as they continue World Cup Qualifiers MD3 + MD4. Some exciting squad news to disco...
March 2024 Preview: Part II - North/Central America & Caribbean, Africa, Oceania, FIFA Series
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, Brandon and Joe dig into a very packed CONCACAF window including the World Cup draw, World Cup Qualifiers, Copa Libertadores qualification...
March 2024 Preview: Part I - Europe
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Part I of the March Window Preview, we talk EURO Playoffs and Nations League Play-Out.
What is the new "FIFA Series" / AFCON Review
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe talk about the new FIFA Series debuting in March, then delve into the best AFCON ever to review it all!
Qatar Takes Home A Second: Asian Cup 2023 Review
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are back to relive all the fun and excitement from the Asian Cup! We go team by team, group by group to rate and review how each natio...
2023 Asian Cup Preview
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every group, every team. Brandon and Joe break it all down.
2023 Africa Cup of Nations Preview feat. "Made In Africa" & Maher Mezahi
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome a great group of panelists to help us break down every group and every country at AFCON. We're thrilled to be joined by Ed Aarons (Made...
November 2023 Review, Part II: S. America, N. America, & Europe
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
South American World Cup Qualifiers, Copa America draw, North America/Caribbean Nations League, and EURO Qualifiers/Draw... all in this episode! 0-2...
November 2023 Review, Part I: Asia & Africa
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
World Cup qualifying got off to a bang in November in both Asia (Round 2) and Africa (Round 1)! We dig into each group and pull out the highs and lows...
November 2023, Pt. 4: Asia!
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our final installment of November's mega preview, we delve into Asian World Cup Qualification. Who's coming out of each group? What players...
November 2023, Pt. 3: Africa Begins
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part III, we preview the World Cup Qualifying groups in Africa! Who will make it to 2026?
November 2023, Pt. 2: The America's (North + South)
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, we preview the end to CONCACAF Nations League for Leagues B + C, as well as the quarterfinals to reach Copa America next summer. Then, we ...
November 2023, Pt. 1: EURO Wraps Up
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the first part of our mega preview for the November international window, we break down the final rounds of UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying.
October International Break Review
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a bumper episode! We delve into EURO qualifying as well as South American and Asian World Cup Qualifying. We also chat the AFCON draw an...
September Review
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In-depth review of South American World Cup Qualifying, CONCACAF Nations League, African Cup of Nations conclusion to qualifying, and two more matchda...
The End to AFCON Qualifying: September Window Pt. 3
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our third and final part, we delve into the final round of qualifying for AFCON. Only a few spots remain with key matches coming up. We look at the...
North America (Nations League) + Europe (EURO Qual) Preview: September Window Pt. 2
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, we leave South America and head north to where the next World Cup will be held to preview a brand new Nations League campaign and discuss ...
South American World Cup Qualifying Preview: September Window Pt. 1
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part I of our mega preview, Brandon and Joe are back as the new cycle starts in earnest with South American World Cup Qualifying. We preview each n...
Mega Preview: June 2023 International Window
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We went long into the night previewing the June window in this mega edition, where we discuss the CONCACAF Gold Cup playoffs as well as AFCON and EURO...
March Window Recap II: Europe
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Part II, we head to Europe and review the events of the first rounds of UEFA Euro Qualifying.Follow our show: @windowintlpodFollow Brandon: @We_Glo...
March Window Recap I: North America & Africa
28 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We finally get around to recapping the March international window. In the first of two episodes, the CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup draw kick us...
March Part II: AFCON Qualifying + CONCACAF Nations League
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a 9 month hiatus, AFCON Qualifying resumes and we'll start to see teams secure their spot. We also discuss CONCACAF Nations League and the ...
March Part I: UEFA Euro Qualifying Gets Underway
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The international break is back with a bang! Key matches in UEFA, CAF, & CONCACAF kick off a new cycle. In Part I of this episode, we specifically...
Coach Carousel, Player Retirements, and Format Changes
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our midwinter episode, we look at some of the retirements since the World Cup. We also comb through a lot of the coaching changes that have occurre...
"Muchachos": Argentina Win the World Cup (Recap)
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brandon and Joe comb through the final, as well as the semifinalists, and try to cover the major talking points since our last episod...
Deep Dive Into MD3/R16
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon is back from his adventures in Qatar, so we catch up with him to see how it was. Plus, we review the last matchday from the groups as well as ...
Exactly Halfway Through the World Cup
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Brandon in Qatar, Joe is joined by Tom Winch (@Footie_Matters) for a short episode to discuss the action so far through two matches for everyone!...
World Cup Group G Preview
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Group G... one sure favorite but three dark horses? Is this the hardest group in this World Cup? We discuss with a great panel of guests!Daniel (CMR):...
World Cup Group D Preview
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Group D appears to have two clear favorites in Denmark and France. Is there any hope for Tunisia and Australia? Our guest panel breaks it all down.Jer...
World Cup Group C Preview
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many think Group C is Argentina's to lose...but how far will they go? Who will come in second place? Our panel makes the case for each team!Huge ...
World Cup Group F Preview
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Probably one of the trickiest yet most exciting groups yet, we are joined by a full panel of amazing guests representing each nation in Group F.Elliot...
World Cup Group H Preview
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, Brandon and Joe were joined by:Danny (POR): @MisterDPP / @SelecaoPodDavid (URU): @UruguayanHeroesMichael (KOR): @taegeuktavernWe run...
World Cup Group E Preview
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this preview, Brandon and Joe are joined by guests from Spain, Japan, and Costa Rica and we also touch on Germany!Panos (ESP): @Panos88KAlex (JPN)...
World Cup Group B Preview
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are joined by a panel of guests to discuss each nation in Group B. Many thanks to the following for joining us!Adam (USA): @scuffedpod...
World Cup Group A Preview
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe welcome several special guests to discuss the teams in Group A.Fin: @clockworkoranjeMo: @senegalenglishAhmed: @QFootLiveHuge thank you...
All Eyes Now on Qatar
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe run through the UEFA Nations League results plus take a look at all the September match results from each of the 32 teams headed to Qa...
The Last Chance Before the World Cup
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe delve into the September International Window, discussing Nations League and the games on hand for each of the 32 qualified teams for ...
Special Edition: Interview w/ Matt Orr, Hong Kong National Team
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe meet with Matthew Orr, forward of the Hong Kong National Team. Hong Kong just qualified for their first Asian Cup appearance since 196...
June 2022 International Break Review
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe delve into what was around 300 international matches over the course of 3 weeks in June, touching on the final teams to make the World...
June 2022 Intl Break Preview
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe discuss the final few matches of World Cup Qualifying, plus look around at Asian Cup Qualifying, African Cup of Nations Qualifying, CO...
The Close to Qualifying
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With 29 of 32 teams now known, we review the action from the March international break and start to get you ready for Qatar, the draw, and more!Follow...
The Rubber Hits the Road
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is [almost] it! The entire world is in Qualifying mode, and we circle the globe to talk about it.Oceania [OFC]: 0:00 - 07:00Asia [AFC]: 07:49 - 1...
February 2022 WCQ's + WC Pot Discussions
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We review the February window in Asia, North/Central America & Caribbean, and South America. We also discuss the current pot situation ahead of th...
January 2022 WCQ + Intercontinental Playoff Draw
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe sit down to hash out what's coming over the next two weeks as three confederations hold another round of World Cup Qualifying. Th...
AFCON 2021 Group Stage Review
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With a wild group stage completed, Brandon and Joe discuss all the action group by group from Cameroon so far, as well as which teams reached the Roun...
Africa Cup of Nations Preview
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe are joined by a panel of African football experts for a special episode to break down each group at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations...
November 2021 International Window Review feat. Jon Arnold
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Riff and Joe Gould are joined in this episode by the most knowledgable man in CONCACAF - Jon Arnold - to help break down a crazy window in Nor...
World Cup Qualifying Preview - November 2021
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Riff (@We_Global) and Joe Gould (@twelfthyank) once again circle the globe as they look ahead to the November international break, with group ...
October 2021 International Window Review
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe once again circle the globe to discuss all the action in World Cup Qualifying. Despite our efforts, another lengthy (but good) episod...
World Cup Qualifying Preview - October 2021
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and Joe bounce around the world in our first episode discussing the five major confederations (sorry OFC). Although lengthy, we hope you'...